Sealey AUTOCHARGE100HF Instruction Manual

1A 6/12V COMPACT SMART TRICKLE CHARGER

MODEL NO:

AUTOCHARGE100HF

Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used according to these instructions,

and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.

1. SAFETY

1.1.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

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WARNING!

It is the user’s responsibility to check the following:

Check all electrical equipment and appliances to ensure that they are safe before using. Inspect power supply leads, plugs and all

electrical connections for wear and damage. Sealey recommend that an RCD (Residual Current Device) is used with all electrical

products. You may obtain an RCD by contacting your local Sealey stockist.

If the product is used in the course of business duties, it must be maintained in a safe condition and routinely PAT (Portable Appliance

Test) tested.

Electrical safety information, it is important that the following information is read and understood.

1.1.1.

Ensure that the insulation on all cables and on the appliance is safe before connecting it to the power supply.

1.1.2.

Regularly inspect power supply cables and plugs for wear or damage and check all connections to ensure that they are secure.

1.1.3.

Important

: Ensure that the voltage rating on the appliance suits the power supply to be used.

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DO NOT

pull or carry the appliance by the cable.

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DO NOT

pull the plug from the socket by the cable. Remove the plug from the socket by maintaining a firm grip on the plug.

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DO NOT

use worn or damaged cables, plugs or connectors. Ensure that any faulty item is repaired or replaced immediately by a

qualified electrician.

1.1.4.

If the cable or plug is damaged during use, switch the electricity supply and remove from use.

Class II products are wired with live (brown) and neutral (blue) only and are marked with the Class II symbol;

Sealey recommend that repairs are carried out by a qualified electrician.

1.2.

BATTERY CHARGER SAFETY

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DANGER! BE AWARE, LEAD-ACID BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION.

FOR THIS REASON, IT VERY IMPORTANT TO READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY, EACH TIME YOU USE

THE CHARGING EQUIPMENT.

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Follow these instructions and those published by the battery and vehicle manufacturers, and the maker of any equipment you intend to

use in the vicinity of the battery. Remember to review warning marks on all products and on engines.

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WARNING!

Modern vehicles contain extensive electronic systems.

You are required to check with the vehicle manufacturer, for any specific instructions regarding the use of this type of equipment on

each vehicle. No liability will be accepted for damage / injury, where this product is not used in accordance with all instructions.

1.3.

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

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Ensure there is another person within hearing range of your voice and close enough to come to your aid, should a problem arise when

working near a lead-acid battery.

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Wear safety eye protection and protective clothing. Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.

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Have fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing or eyes.

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Wash immediately with soap and water if battery acid contacts skin or clothing. If acid enters eye, flush eye immediately with cool,

clean running water for at least 15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.

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Remove personal metallic items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit

current which is high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, which would cause severe burns.

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Ensure hands, clothing (especially belts) are clear of fan blades and other moving or hot parts of engine, remove ties and contain long hair.

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DO NOT

smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of battery or engine.

1.4.

GENERAL SAFETY

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Familiarise yourself with the application and limitations of the charger as well as the potential hazards. Also refer to the vehicle

manufacturer’s hand book. IF IN ANY DOUBT CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

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Ensure the charger is in good order and condition before use. If in any doubt

DO NOT

use the unit, contact your Sealey Stockist.

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Keep tools and other items away from the engine and ensure you can see the battery and working parts of engine clearly.

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Ensure the output of the charger is the same voltage as the battery.

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Ensure that during charging, the charger is placed in a location where there is sufficient ventilation to prevent the build up of explosive

gases from a lead acid battery.

Original Language Version

© Jack Sealey Limited

Refer to

instructions

Electrical

shock

hazard

Wear eye

protection

Wear protective

gloves

Warning

corrosive

substance

Warning:

risk of explosion

Keep away

from sources of

ignition

Use in well

ventilated areas

Protect from rain

AUTOCHARGE100HF Issue 4 (2) 18/11/21